Sql data analyst Jobs in Vancouver, WA

Job Summary

At the Vancouver Fire Department, every employee plays a vital role in supporting our mission to preserve life, protect property, and ensure a safe, prepared community. Whether serving on the front lines or behind the scenes, we work together to provide exceptional public safety services through collaboration, innovation, and community partnership. Guided by our values of Service, Engagement, Respect, Integrity, Excellence, and Safety, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive. If you are looking for meaningful work that directly supports the safety and success of our community, we invite you to join our team.

Funded by Clark County Fire District #5, this three-year limited-duration position supports implementation of the Vancouver Fire Department's Strategic Plan. The successful candidate will contribute to key initiatives that enhance public safety services, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and improve service delivery throughout our community. Continuation beyond the three-year funding period is not guaranteed and is contingent upon available funding.

We’re currently recruiting for a Data Analyst. The primary responsibilities for the job are to assist in identifying business intelligence, reporting, and data analysis needs, and collaborate with internal clients to turn data into useful information for decision making through the use of visual dashboards and reports in support of the VFD Strategic Plan.

This is a full-time, limited term, exempt position. The schedule for this position is M-F, 8am to 5pm. This position is governed under Civil Service Rules.

Non-Union Pay Strategy
At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to paying our employees fairly, equitably, and competitively. City salaries are structured so that the midpoint of the salary range approximates the amount typically paid for the job in this geographic area. Candidates with experience supporting their ability to come in and hit the ground running may receive a starting salary around the midpoint of the listed salary range. Actual salary at offer is influenced by a host of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, licensure, certifications, and internal equity. The higher end of the listed pay range indicates the salary growth potential of the position.

First review of applications on 11/23/2026.

Job Details

Essential Functions:

• Support the implementation and oversight of performance measurement and performance management activities directly connected to the VFD Strategic Plan, ensuring organizational goals are monitored consistently and transparently.
• Establish and maintain performance benchmarks and assessment methods aligned to strategic goals, ensuring reliable tracking of progress and the integrity of data used for evaluating departmental outcomes.
• Develop analytic products that identify performance trends, highlight areas of strength or concern, and provide leadership with insights necessary to evaluate and refine strategic initiatives.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience and Education

Experience:

• Two (2) years' experience using spreadsheets and databases, statistical analysis, reports, data visualizations

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a business-related or computer science field

*Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge

• Descriptive statistics, data summarization, and analysis techniques
• Research methodology, reporting techniques and report preparation principles
• Familiarity with spreadsheets, databases, and common data tools (such as Excel, SQL, or basic BI platforms)
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws that pertain to: codes and regulations
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
• Use of personal computers and basic software

Abilities

• Analyze data and implement logical solutions to technical problems
• Gather, organize, analyze and present complex data sets and statistics
• Develop operational reports and recommendations
• Work effectively with others to achieve personal, team, department, and citywide goals
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Operate a personal computer and appropriate software
• Work in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouver’s Operating Principles
• Work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees
• Provide a high level of customer service at all times
• Project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work
• Develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others
• Consistently provide quality service
• Maintain regular and dependable attendance
• Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusive.
• Show the utmost respect for others and act as a team player
• Promote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work by focusing on safe practices and complying with safety and health policies and procedures
• Recognize unsafe conditions which may be hazardous to an employee or to the public.
• Works in safe and responsible manner; not putting self or others at risk. Complies with applicable policies and procedures including but not limited to using personal protective equipment, observing warning signs, learning about potential hazards, and reporting all unsafe conditions.